I told myself, 2008 is going to be my year. I’m going to make changes that positively effect my life. It took me until late October, but I’m finally doing it – and for the first time in a very long time, I am very happy.

I finally got over my body dismorphia (sp?) in 2002. I used to barely eat and work out fanatically to be a small 85 pounds. Then, I had surgery to have a large tumor removed from my stomach. After that, I started to date this guy, Sean. I was at this recovery point in my life, and over 5-6 years, I gained 90 pounds. Nothing that I am proud of at all.

March 2008 (175 lbs)

With all the recent stresses of my life: uncertainty at work with the current US financial crisis, school titter-tottering.. I decided to take control over something I had COMPLETE control over, my weight. I am tired of feeling tired. I’m tired of not finding clothes that fit well. I’m tired of not feeling as hot and sexy as I could be.

So it’s been one month and 15 pounds later.. I feel great! I can run 3 miles now. I’ve lost 4 inches off my thighs, 2 on my calves, 2 more on my waist and hips. I am very proud of myself. I honestly feel like I will make my goal weight of 105 lbs by my birthday. Wish me luck y’all!

November 2008 (165 lbs)